50 Most Famous Native Americans in Media

Celebrity Native Americans claim ties to various tribes indigenous to the United States. These notable faces in art, film, and music often draw from their background for their work, ensuring indigenous people are accurately represented in pop culture.

Many famous Native Americans can prove their ties definitively and do an excellent job representing the traditionally marginalized group in the media. Singers like Beyoncé, Tori Amos, and Jimi Hendrix have Native ancestors, and singer and actress Rosario Dawson has a mixed-race background with some Native heritage.

Key Takeaways

• For decades, Native American actors and actresses have made their mark in Hollywood, with names such as Wes Studi, Graham Greene, and Q’orianka Kilcher becoming household names.
• Buffy Sainte-Marie, Robbie Robertson, and A Tribe Called Red are among the many Native American musicians making their voices heard via music.
• Numerous Native American writers, like Louise Erdrich, Sherman Alexie, and Leslie Marmon Silko, have received international acclaim for their works about the Native American experience.
• Native American athletes such as Jim Thorpe, Billy Mills, and Waneek Horn-Miller have made significant contributions to athletics both on and off the field.
• Native American politicians such as Deb Haaland and Sharice Davids are breaking down barriers and making history by serving in Congress and fighting for Indigenous rights.
• The artists such as Jaune Quick-to-See Smith, Jeffrey Gibson, and Wendy Red Star are using their platforms to dispel prejudices and promote Indigenous art.
• Native American representation in the media is critical because it helps to overcome harmful stereotypes and encourages greater understanding and appreciation for Indigenous traditions.
  Notwithstanding the advances made by Native American superstars in the media, Indigenous people still have a long way to go in terms of actual equity and representation.
• It is critical to recognize and appreciate Native American celebrities’ accomplishments, while simultaneously supporting new media voices fighting to make the business more inclusive and diverse.

1. Angelina Jolie

Angelina Jolie	Information
Full Name	Angelina Jolie
Birthdate	June 4, 1975
Birthplace	Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Other Names	Angelina Jolie Pitt
Occupations	Actress, Filmmaker, Humanitarian
Years Active	1982–present
Spouses	Jonny Lee Miller, Billy Bob Thornton, Brad Pitt
Children	6
Parents	Jon Voight (father), Marcheline Bertrand (mother)
Relatives	James Haven (brother)
Awards	Academy Award, Golden Globe Awards
Special Envoy	United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees
In office	April 17, 2012 – December 17, 2022
High Commissioner	António Guterres, Filippo Grandi
Causes Supported	Conservation, Education, Women’s Rights
Refugee Advocacy	Special Envoy for Refugees
Field Missions	Cambodia, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, Afghanistan, Syria, Sudan, Yemen, Ukraine
Public Influence	Noted power and influence in the entertainment industry
Beauty Recognition	Recognized as one of the world’s most beautiful women
Personal Life	High-profile relationships, marriages, and six children
Indigenous Ancestry	Partial Indigenous (Iroquois) ancestry claimed
Early Life	Birth, family, upbringing, and influences
Film Career	Notable roles, awards, and directorial work

Angelina Jolie is a very famous American actress, director, and humanitarian. Her name is no stranger to movie fans around the world. She is always at the top of the list of the most beautiful stars in the world and possesses one of the most attractive and sexy bodies and looks. Not only that, but throughout her career, she has won many notable awards and is recognized and honored as Hollywood’s highest-earning actress.

Before becoming a star, she spent most of her childhood in New York before moving to Los Angeles at 11. She attended the Lee Strasberg Theater and Film Institute for two years, then studied drama at New York University.

2. Beyoncé 

Beyonc	Information
Full Name	Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter
Birthdate	September 4, 1981
Birthplace	Houston, Texas, U.S.
Other Names	Queen Bey, Bey, Third Ward Trill
Occupations	Singer, songwriter, businesswoman, actress, dancer, producer, director
Years Active	1997–present
Organizations	Parkwood Entertainment, Ivy Park
Works	Solo discography, songs, videography, performances
Spouse	Jay-Z
Children	3 (including Blue Ivy)
Parents	Mathew Knowles, Tina Lawson
Relatives	Solange Knowles (sister)
Musical Career Genres	R&B, pop, hip hop
Instruments	Vocals, piano
Labels	Parkwood, Columbia, Music World
Member of	The Carters
Formerly of	Destiny’s Child
Notable Achievements	– Regarded as one of the greatest entertainers of her generation
Notable Works	– Albums: “Dangerously in Love,” “B’Day,” “I Am… Sasha Fierce,” “4,” “Beyoncé,” “Lemonade”
Heritage	Louisiana Creole, African American
Ancestry	French aristocrats, Acadians, distant Jewish, Spanish, Chinese, and Indonesian ancestry
Education	St. Mary’s Montessori School, Parker Elementary School, High School for the Performing and Visual Arts, Alief Elsik High School
Early Career	Member of the group Destiny’s Child
Notable Singles	“Crazy in Love,” “Irreplaceable,” “Halo,” “Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It),” and more

Beyoncé is an American singer, dancer, and music producer. Born and raised in Houston, Texas, she performed in many singing and dancing competitions as a child and rose to fame in the late 1990s as the lead vocalist of the girl group Destiny’s Child.

Not only does possessing a powerful voice and attractive appearance, but the “Queen Bee” is also impressed by her talent in all fields. Beyoncé is an icon of the global music scene and one of the faces that helped turn this rigid industry forever. 

3. Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift	Information
Full Name	Taylor Alison Swift
Birthdate	December 13, 1989
Birthplace	West Reading, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Occupations	Singer-songwriter, producer, director, actress, businesswoman
Years active	2004–present
Works	Albums, singles, songs, performances, videography
Relatives	Brother: Austin Swift
Musical career	Origin: Nashville, Tennessee, U.S.
Genres	Pop, country, folk, rock, alternative
Instrument(s)	Vocals, guitar, banjo, piano, ukulele
Labels	Republic, Big Machine
Introduction	Recognized for her songwriting, versatility, artistic reinventions, and influence on the music industry
Breakthrough Albums	“Taylor Swift” (2006), “Fearless” (2008), “Speak Now” (2010), “Red” (2012), “1989” (2014)
Notable Songs	“Love Story,” “You Belong with Me,” “Shake It Off,” “Blank Space,” “Bad Blood”
Record Sales	Sold over 200 million records worldwide
Streaming Milestone	Most streamed woman on Spotify
Awards	12 Grammy Awards, multiple Billboard Music Awards, American Music Awards, and more
Social Impact	Advocate for artists’ rights and women’s empowerment
Latest Projects	Released critically acclaimed albums “Folklore,” “Evermore,” and “Midnights”
Film and Acting	Directed music videos and films, played supporting roles in various productions

Taylor Swift is known as an American singer, songwriter, and actress. With her debut song Tim McGraw, she quickly dominated the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, opening the door for later success. Beyond expectations, hit songs like “Teardrops On My Guitar”, “You Belong With Me”, “Love Story”, “Fearless” or “Shake It Off” have gradually attracted the attention of the public and created their own unique character in style.

After nearly two decades of working in America, she has brought home eleven Grammy Awards and countless other prestigious awards. In addition, Taylor Swift has also been named in Billboard’s Best Artist of All Time chart voted in 2019.

4. Lady GaGa

Full name	Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta
Date of birth	March 28, 1986
Birthplace	New York City, U.S.
Years active	2001 – present
Occupation	Singer, Songwriter, Actress

Lady GaGa is an American singer-songwriter born and raised in New York City. She has long been known as an eccentric and multi-talented pop icon. She constantly changes her musical style through each period and does not hesitate to express herself with a unique image.

In the past few years, fans had remembered her not only as a musical artist but also as a potential actress after Lady Gaga’s resounding success when she broke into the film industry.

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5. Billie Eilish 

Billie Eilish	Information
Full Name	Billie Eilish Pirate Baird O’Connell
Birthdate	December 18, 2001 (age 21)
Birthplace	Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Occupation	Singer, songwriter, actress
Years Active	2015–present
Notable Works	“Ocean Eyes,” “Bad Guy,” “No Time to Die”
Debut EP	Don’t Smile at Me (2017)
First Studio Album	When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? (2019)
Second Studio Album	Happier Than Ever (2021)
Genre	Pop, alt-pop, electropop, pop rock
Instruments	Vocals, guitar, piano, ukulele
Labels	Darkroom, Interscope, Polydor
Awards	7 Grammy Awards, 2 American Music Awards, 2 Guinness World Records, 3 MTV Video Music Awards, 3 Brit Awards, Golden Globe Award, Academy Award
Recognition	Featured in Time’s 100 Next list (2019), Time 100 (2021), BBC 100 Women (2022)
Political Activism	Climate change awareness, women’s equality
Family	Mother: Maggie Baird, Brother: Finneas O’Connell
Education	Homeschooled by Maggie Baird
Early Interests	Songwriting, art, dancing, acting
Influences	Brother Finneas O’Connell, Mother Maggie Baird
Notable Singles	“Everything I Wanted,” “My Future,” “Therefore I Am,” “Your Power”
Commercial Success	Chart-topping singles and albums, multi-platinum certifications

Billie Eilish was born in 2001 in the US, in a family with parents who are actors. She emerged from the music posted on Soundcloud with a new, dark, ghostly but equally attractive style. 

Billie is the most iconic young singer-songwriter of our time. With a unique style of music composition, she is one of the young artists to have won four major categories of the Grammy Awards in one year. 

6. Cathy Moriarty

Cathy Moriarty	Information
Full Name	Cathy Moriarty
Birthdate	November 29, 1960
Birthplace	The Bronx, New York, U.S.
Other Names	Cathy Moriarty-Gentile
Citizenship	United States, Ireland
Occupations	Actress, Singer
Years Active	1980–present
Notable Film	Raging Bull – Nominated for Academy Award and Golden Globe
Notable Directors	Martin Scorsese, Sidney Lumet, Ivan Reitman, Harold Ramis,
Notable TV Roles	Tales from the Crypt, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit,
Early Life	Born and raised in The Bronx, New York City
Awards	Nominated for Academy Award, Golden Globe, and BAFTA
Family	Married to Joseph Gentile since August 1999

Catherine Anne Moriarty is an American actress and singer with a career spanning more than 40 years. Moriarty was born in The Bronx borough of New York City, the daughter of Irish Catholic immigrants Catherine, a homemaker, and John Moriarty, a warehouse worker. She was raised in Yonkers, New York, where she attended Lincoln High School.

She was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for Raging Bull. She has also appeared in other films, including Neighbors, White of the Eye, Soapdish, Casper, Analyze That, and The Bounty Hunter. She has appeared in television roles, such as Tales from the Crypt, Law & Order, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, and Law & Order: Criminal Intent. 

Cathy Moriarty is a well-known actress in the United States who rose to prominence in the 1980s. Her stunning beauty and captivating performances in films have made her one of the most iconic actresses of her time. To discover more actresses who enchanted audiences in the 80s, check out this article on Top 20 Beautiful Women of the 1980s.

7. Kendrick Lamar

Full name	Kendrick Lamar Duckworth
Date of birth	June 17, 1987
Birthplace	Compton, California, USA
Years active	2003 – present
Occupation	Rapper, Singer. Songwriter

Kendrick Lamar is an American rapper, songwriter, and producer. He is considered one of the most influential rappers in America in general and Hip-hop culture in particular. Besides his solo career, he is a member of the hip-hop group Black Hippy along with Ab-Soul, Jay Rock, and Schoolboy Q. 

Labeled the “new king of hip hop,” Kendrick Lamar has won 12 Grammy awards and, in 2018, became the first rapper to win the Pulitzer prize for Music for his album “Damn,” marking a significant milestone for the music genre.

8. Johnny Depp

Johnny Depp	Information
Full Name	Johnny Depp
Birthdate	June 9, 1963
Birthplace	Owensboro, Kentucky, U.S.
Occupations	Actor, Musician, Film Producer, Writer
Years Active	1984–present
Works	Filmography, Discography
Spouses	Lori Allison (m. 1983; div. 1985), Amber Heard (m. 2015; div. 2017)
Partner(s)	Sherilyn Fenn (1985–1988), Winona Ryder (1989–1993), Kate Moss (1994–1998), Vanessa Paradis (1998–2012)
Children	2, including Lily-Rose Depp
Awards	Golden Globe Award, Screen Actors Guild Award, multiple nominations for Academy Awards and BAFTA Awards
Musical Career	Genres: Alternative rock, hard rock Instrument(s): Guitar, vocals Labels: Republic, Capitol Member of: Hollywood Vampires
Collaborations	Longtime collaboration with director Tim Burton, portraying lead roles in Edward Scissorhands (1990), Ed Wood (1994), Sleepy Hollow (1999)
Commercial Success	Played Captain Jack Sparrow in the successful Pirates of the Caribbean film series (2003–2017)
Film Highlights	Chocolat (2000), Finding Neverland (2004), Public Enemies (2009), Alice in Wonderland (2010)
Production Company	Founder of Infinitum Nihil, producing films
Notable Roles	Gellert Grindelwald in Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (2016) and Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald (2018)
Personal Life	Dated Vanessa Paradis (1998–2012), married Amber Heard (2015–2017) Involved in highly publicized defamation cases
Cultural Background	Primarily English descent, with French, German, and Irish ancestry Claims of Native American ancestry (Cherokee or Creek Indian) have faced criticism from Native American community
Early Life	Born in Owensboro, Kentucky Moved frequently during childhood, eventually settled in Miramar, Florida Dropped out of high school to pursue music Married makeup artist Lori Anne Allison (divorced in 1985)
Career Breakthrough	Feature film debut in A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984) Rose to prominence on the TV series 21 Jump Street (1987–1990)
Acting Style	Known for portraying eccentric and diverse characters

Johnny Depp is an American actor, musician, and producer known for his diverse and eccentric film selection. He became known for playing Captain Jack Sparrow in the Pirates of the Caribbean film series.

Depp has received numerous awards, including a Golden Globe and a Screen Actors Guild Award, in addition to nominations for three Academy Awards and two BAFTA Awards. He made his acting debut in the bloody and bloody film A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984) before emerging as a high school icon on the television series 21 Jump Street (1987-1990). 

Johnny Depp claimed to be Cherokee in a 2002 interview. He stated: My great-grandmother was Native American; she grew up Cherokee or maybe Creek Indian. Makes sense in terms of coming from Kentucky, which is rife with Cherokee and Creek.

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9. Joaquin Phoenix 

Full name	Joaquin Rafael Phoenix
Date of birth	October 28, 1974
Birthplace	Río Piedras, Puerto Rico, U.S.
Years active	1982 – present
Occupation	Actor, Producer, Animal rights activist

Joaquin Phoenix conquered the world through the magic and madness he planted in the Joker character. He is one of the actors who represent terrifyingly immersive acting. 

He has received Academy Award nominations for his role in Walk the Line (2005), where he portrayed Johnny Cash, and for his role as a World War II veteran in the Paul Thomas Anderson film The Master (2012). Other notable roles include Signs (2002), Inherent Vice (2014), and The Village (2004). Aside from acting, Phoenix is also a producer and activist, particularly for animal rights.

10. Tori Amos

Full name	Myra Ellen Amos
Date of birth	August 22, 1963
Birthplace	Newton, North Carolina, U.S.
Years active	1979 – present
Occupation	Singer, Songwriter, Pianist

Tori Amos‘s family tree includes both Native American ancestors and Confederate soldiers. Her sister, Marie Amos Dobyns, is an active member of the Association of American Indian Physicians. 

Amos has received five MTV VMA nominations and eight Grammy Award nominations and won an Echo Klassik award for her Night of Hunters classical crossover album. She is listed on VH1’s 1999 “100 Greatest Women of Rock and Roll” at number 71.

11. Taylor Lautner

Full name	Taylor Daniel Lautner
Date of birth	February 11, 1992
Birthplace	Grand Rapids, Michigan, U.S.
Years active	2001 – present
Occupation	Actor

Taylor Lautner is a familiar actor to the international audience. He is best known for playing shapeshifter Jacob Black in The Twilight Saga film series.

Taylor Lautner was born and raised in Michigan, USA. He was born into a family whose father is a pilot and whose mother is an employee in a software company. No family member followed the arts, but Taylor Lautner fell in love with acting very early. Although he is only 30 years old, he has had more than 20 years of an acting career. Currently, the actor has a strong foothold in the Hollywood film market.

This talented actor was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan and became a Hollywood star thanks to his role in the “Twilight” movie saga. If you want to know more about other famous people from Michigan, check out our article on celebrities from Michigan.

12. Cameron Diaz

Cameron Diaz	Information
Full Name	Cameron Michelle Diaz
Birthdate	August 30, 1972
Birthplace	San Diego, California, U.S.
Occupations	Actress, Author, Entrepreneur
Years Active	1994–2014, 2022–present
Spouse	Benji Madden (m. 2015)
Children	1
Relatives	Joel Madden (brother-in-law), Nicole Richie (sister-in-law)
Notable Films	“The Mask” (1994), “There’s Something About Mary” (1998), “Charlie’s Angels” (2000), “Shrek” franchise (2001–2010)
Books Authored	“The Body Book” (2013), “The Longevity Book” (2016)
Business Ventures	Co-founded the wine brand Avaline in 2020
Highest-Paid Actress	Named the highest-paid Hollywood actress over 40 in 2013
Box Office Success	Films grossed over $3 billion in the U.S.
Golden Globe Nominations	Received nominations for four Golden Globe Awards
Career Break	Retired from acting in 2014 but returned in 2022
Personal Life	Married Good Charlotte guitarist Benji Madden in 2015; has a daughter via surrogate in 2019

Cameron Diaz has stated she has Native American ancestry on her mother’s side. Cameron Diaz’s full name is Cameron Michelle Diaz, is an American actress, producer, model, and author. 

She became a movie star thanks to participating in films such as The Mask (1994), My Best Friend’s Wedding (1997), and There’s Something About Mary (1998). She is also a voice actress for the role of Princess Fiona in the series “Shrek” (2001-2010).

13. Megan Fox

Full name	Megan Denise Fox
Date of birth	May 16, 1986
Birthplace	Oak Ridge, Tennessee, U.S.
Years active	2001 – present
Occupation	Actress

Megan Fox has a small amount of Powhatan Native American blood in her ancestry. She began her acting career in 2001 with a number of television series and short films, appearing regularly on the sitcom Hope & Faith. Megan Fox participated in more movies and got many impressive and resonant roles. In particular, she also achieved many achievements and won many prestigious awards.

Moreover, the actress also possesses a charming and somewhat wild beauty. And she is also known by many as “the fiery sex bomb of the 21st century”.

14. Cher 

Cher	Information
Full Name	Cher
Birthdate	May 20, 1946
Birthplace	El Centro, California, U.S.
Other Names	Cheryl LaPiere, Cher Bono, Cherilyn Sarkisian La Piere Bono Allman
Occupations	Singer, Actress, Television Personality
Years Active	1963–present
Spouses	Sonny Bono, Gregg Allman
Children	Chaz Bono, Elijah Blue Allman
Parent	Georgia Holt (Mother)
Awards	Grammy Award, Emmy Award, Academy Award, Three Golden Globe Awards, Cannes Film Festival Award, Billboard Icon Award
Genres	Pop, Rock, Folk, Disco, Dance
Labels	Atco, Casablanca, Columbia, Geffen, Imperial, Kapp, MCA, Reprise, United Artists, Warner
Formerly of	Sonny & Cher

Cher has stated that she’s roughly 6% Cherokee on her mother’s side. Cher is the most powerful woman in pop music with the title Goddess Of Pop. Cher rose to stardom while singing with her husband, Sonny Bono, in the 1960s and hit #1 with the single “I Got You Babe” before they co-starred in The Sonny and Cher Comedy Hour.

Cher pursued an acting career in the 1980s, starring in films like Silkwood and Mask and winning an Academy Award for her performance in Moonstruck. Cher also enjoyed more musical success with ’80s rock hits and a global dance hit.

15. Robert Downey Jr.

Robert Downey Jr	Information
Full Name	Robert Downey Jr.
Birthdate	April 4, 1965 (age 58)
Birthplace	New York City, U.S.
Occupation	Actor, producer
Years Active	1970–present
Works	Filmography
Spouses	Deborah Falconer (m. 1992; div. 2004), Susan Levin (m. 2005)
Children	3
Parents	Robert Downey Sr. (father)

Robert Downey Jr. was born in Manhattan, New York City, the younger of two children. Downey is a talented actor who had a successful movie career early but also had many ups and downs. Forging through theater roles, he proved his talent with groundbreaking roles in films: The Singing Detective, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, A Scanner Darkly, Gothika, Zodiac, Tropic Thunder, Sherlock Holmes, Sherlock Holmes: The game of the dark, etc. 

Especially in 2008, Robert Downey Jr. joined Iron Man – the work is likened to the “Big Bang” that formed the Marvel cinematic universe. Since Iron Man, the iconic image of Iron Man armor has been associated with Robert Downey and was his career-changing launchpad.

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16. John Travolta

Full name	John Joseph Travolta
Date of birth	February 18, 1954
Birthplace	Englewood, New Jersey, U.S.
Years active	1972–present
Occupation	Actor, Singer

John Travolta is a veteran actor of the 70s. He was born in New Jersey and dropped out of high school at 16 to pursue acting. John Travolta is a name associated with such hit movies as Saturday Night Fever (1977), Grease (1978), Face Off (1997), Primary Colors (1998), Wild Hogs (2007), Hairspray (2007),… 

In his acting career spanning from the 1960s to the present, Travolta has twice received Oscar nominations, the most recent of which is the nomination for the outstanding role-playing performance in Pulp Fiction.

17. Kylie Jenner

Full name	Kylie Kristen Jenner
Date of birth	August 10, 1997
Birthplace	Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Years active	2007 – present
Occupation	Media personality, Socialite, Businesswoman

Kylie Jenner is a native of the small town of Calabasas, located in California. Kylie Jenner is an American reality television personality, photo model, businessman, and billionaire. 

When she appeared on the reality show Keeping Up with the Kardashians in 2007, she became famous on channel E!. At the same time, she is the founder of the cosmetics brand Kylie Cosmetics. In 2017, Kylie appeared on Forbes Magazine’s Celebrity 100 list, becoming the youngest person to appear on this list.

18. Tom Hanks 

Tom Hanks	Information
Full Name	Tom Hanks
Birthdate	July 9, 1956
Birthplace	Concord, California, U.S.
Citizenship	United States, Greece
Alma Mater	Chabot College
Occupations	Actor, Filmmaker
Years Active	1977–present
Notable Works	Philadelphia, Forrest Gump, Saving Private Ryan
Political Party	Democratic
Spouses	Samantha Lewes (m. 1978; div. 1987), Rita Wilson (m. 1988)
Children	4 (including Colin and Chet)
Relatives	Jim Hanks (brother), Larry Hanks (brother)
Awards	Academy Awards (Best Actor for Philadelphia and Forrest Gump)
Box Office Gross	Over $9.96 billion worldwide
Cultural Impact	Regarded as an American cultural icon
Collaborations	Steven Spielberg, Ron Howard, Nora Ephron, Robert Zemeckis
Television Awards	Primetime Emmy Awards for producing various limited series and television movies
Tony Award Nomination	Nominated for Best Actor in a Play

Tom Hanks is one of the most famous actors in America. He is known as the most perfect and extraordinary actor in Hollywood. He won two Academy Awards for his roles in the Philadelphia and Forrest Gump films.

Tom Hanks is recognized as the leading star of the romantic comedy genre. Having succeeded in both art and commercial films, with both talent and guaranteed revenue, he is one of the top names Hollywood producers want to find. Not only focusing on acting, but Hanks also developed in other fields and has been successful as a director, producer, and even a screenwriter.

19. Adrian Grenier

Full name	Adrian Sean Grenier
Date of birth	July 10, 1976
Birthplace	Santa Fe, New Mexico, U.S.
Years active	1997  – present
Occupation	Actor, Producer director, Musician

Adrian Grenier was born in Santa Fe, New Mexico, the son of Karesse Grenier and John Dunbar. He was raised by his mother in New York City. Grenier’s genetic ancestry is over 8% Native American.

 He is best known for his portrayal of Vincent Chase in the television series Entourage (2004–2011). He has appeared in films such as Drive Me Crazy (1999), The Devil Wears Prada (2006), Trash Fire (2016) and Marauders (2016). He recently acted in the Netflix series Clickbait (2021).

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20. Vanessa Hudgens

Vanessa Hudgens	Information
Full Name	Vanessa Anne Hudgens
Born	December 14, 1988
Birthplace	Salinas, California, U.S.
Occupations	Actress, Singer
Years Active	1998–present
Partner	Austin Butler
Musical Genres	Pop, R&B
Instrument(s)	Vocals
Labels	Hollywood
Musical Artist	Vanessa Hudgens
High School Musical	Portrayed Gabriella Montez in the High School Musical film series
Studio Albums	Released two studio albums, “V” and “Identified”
Film Appearances	Bandslam, Beastly, Sucker Punch, Journey 2: The Mysterious Island, Spring Breakers
Netflix Christmas Movies	Starred in The Princess Switch and its sequels, The Knight Before Christmas
Broadway Debut	Played the title role in the musical revival of Gigi
Television Series	Played Emily Locke in the NBC series Powerless
Live Musical Productions	Portrayed Rizzo in Grease Live! and Maureen Johnson in Rent: Live
Met Gala	Co-hosted the Met Gala in Manhattan
Early Life	Raised along the West Coast, from Oregon to Southern California
Family	Younger sister named Stella, father of Irish, French, and Native American descent, mother is Filipina
Early Career	Started performing in musical theater and appeared in local productions
Acting Debut	First acting role in an episode of the sitcom Still Standing
Theatrical Debut	Made her theatrical debut in the drama film Thirteen
Transition to Acting	Focused more on acting after the completion of High School Musical series
Commercial Success	High School Musical 3: Senior Year earned worldwide success
Continued Career	Appeared in various films and television series, co-produced Netflix Christmas movies
Broadway and Live Musicals	Made Broadway debut in Gigi, played roles in Grease Live! and Rent: Live

Vanessa Anne Hudgens is an American actress and singer. Vanessa Hudgens started acting at a young age; she became famous in the movie High School Musical and then also acted in many other films, most of which were television series.

Vanessa Hudgens was born in Salinas, California, United States. Her father, Greg Hudgens, is of Irish, American, and Indian ancestry.

21. Channing Tatum

Full name	Channing Matthew Tatum
Date of birth	April 26, 1980
Birthplace	Cullman, Alabama, U.S.
Years active	2000 – present
Occupation	Actor, Producer

Channing Matthew Tatum was born on April 26, 1980, in a small town in Alabama with four bloodlines in his body: Irish, German, French, and American.

Tatum made his film debut in the TV series Coach Carter (2005). His breakout role was in the 2006 dance film Step Up, which introduced him to a wide audience and got him into bigger projects. A 2009 GQ article revealed Channing Tatum is part Native American. 

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22. Rosario Dawson

Rosario Dawson	Information
Full Name	Rosario Isabel Dawson
Birthdate	May 9, 1979
Birthplace	New York City
Nationality	American
Ethnicity	Puerto Rican, Taíno, Cuban, African
Occupation(s)	Actress, Film Producer
Years Active	1995–present
Children	1
Notable Films	Kids, He Got Game, Josie and the Pussycats, Men in Black II, Rent, Sin City, Clerks II, Death Proof,
Comic Book Roles	Gail in Sin City and Sin City: A Dame to Kill For, Claire Temple in Marvel/Netflix series, Diana
Television Projects	Young Rock, Dopesick, The Book of Boba Fett, Ahsoka, Daredevil, Jessica Jones, Luke Cage, Iron Fist,
Philanthropy	Involvement with Lower East Side Girls Club, Global Cool, One Campaign, Oxfam, Voto Latino, Stay Close.org

Dawson was born on May 9, 1979, in New York City. Rosario Dawson is of a mixed-race background that includes some Native heritage. Dawson is also known for having several roles in film and television adaptations of comic books. 

She made her feature-film debut in the 1995 independent drama Kids. Her subsequent film roles include He Got Game (1998), Men in Black II (2002), Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief (2010), Unstoppable (2010),….. 

23. Willie Nelson

Willie Nelson	Information
Full Name	Willie Nelson
Born	April 29, 1933
Birthplace	Abbott, Texas, U.S.
Occupations	Singer, Songwriter, Musician, Political Activist, Actor
Genre	Outlaw Country
Albums	– Shotgun Willie – Red Headed Stranger – Stardust
Films	Appeared in over 30 films
Notable Songs	– “On the Road Again” – “To All the Girls I’ve Loved Before” – “Pancho and Lefty”
Activism	Advocate for biofuels and marijuana legalization
Book	Co-authored several books
Awards	Multiple Grammy Awards and other honors
Musical Collaborations	– The Highwaymen (with Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, and Kris Kristofferson) – Various artists
Label	Associated with Liberty, RCA Victor, Columbia, and Legacy
Biodiesel Brand	Owner of “Willie Nelson Biodiesel”
Honorary Chairman	Advisory board of the Texas Music Project

Willie Nelson born in Abbos, Texas, United States. He began his singing career in the late 1950s. During his musical career, Willie Nelson performed over 2,500 country songs and released more than 300 different albums. 

Before starting solo, he was a member of the legendary country band HighwayMen, featuring other veteran faces such as Johnny Cash, Waylon Jenning, and Kristofferson. The group resonated throughout the United States thanks to their debut record with a song of the same name. He is also one of the singers with a relatively long career of more than six decades and received countless awards, including the “Best Song of 2015 Gershwin” award by the Library of Congress. donate.

If you want to explore more male country singers like Willie Nelson, you may want to check out this list of 26 most famous male country singers. From the legends like Johnny Cash to modern stars like Luke Combs, these singers have made a long-lasting impact on the music industry. Take a trip down memory lane or discover new talents in the country music scene.

24. Miley Cyrus 

Miley Cyrus	Information
Full Name	Miley Cyrus
Birthdate	November 23, 1992
Birthplace	Franklin, Tennessee, U.S.
Other Names	Miley Hemsworth, Hannah Montana, Ashley O
Occupations	Singer, songwriter, actress
Years Active	2001–present
Organization	Happy Hippie Foundation
Works	Discography, as Hannah Montana, songs, videography, live performances
Spouse	Liam Hemsworth (m. 2018; div. 2020)
Parents	Billy Ray Cyrus, Tish Cyrus
Relatives	Ron Cyrus (grandfather), Trace Cyrus (half-brother), Noah Cyrus (sister), Brandi Cyrus (half-sister)
Musical Career	Genres: Pop, rock, pop rock, country, country pop, teen pop, dance-pop, R&B, psychedelic; Labels: Walt Disney, Hollywood, RCA, Smiley Miley, Columbia
Musical Artist	Yes

Miley Cyrus is an actress, singer, songwriter, and philanthropist. Miley Cyrus was born in Nashville, Tennessee, with her mother, actress Leticia Tish, and father, famous country music singer and songwriter Billy Ray Cyrus. Born into an artistic family, she was drawn to music and movies from a young age. 

She became famous thanks to the hit series Hannah Montana on Disney Channel in 2006. Cyrus has achieved many impressive achievements in both music and film. She was twice on the top 100 most influential people voted by Time magazine twice.

25. Tommy Lee Jones

Tommy Lee Jones	Information
Full Name	Tommy Lee Jones
Birthdate	September 15, 1946
Birthplace	San Saba, Texas, U.S.
Alma Mater	Harvard University (AB)
Occupations	Actor, film director
Years Active	1969–present

Tommy Lee Jones is an American actor and film director best known for Series Man in Black. There’s probably no role that the audience has yet to see. He had the opportunity to try on various images, and Tommy perfectly coped with the embodiment of each of them. Proof of the star’s talent is numerous nominations for prestigious awards: Oscars, Emmys, and others.

Jones was born in San Saba, Texas. He has claimed in various interviews to have a Cherokee grandmother. 

26. Heather Locklear

Heather Locklear	Information
Full Name	Heather Locklear
Birthdate	September 25, 1961
Birthplace	Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Alma Mater	University of California, Los Angeles
Occupation	Actress
Years Active	1980–present
Known For	Melrose Place, Dynasty, T.J. Hooker, Spin City
Spouses	Tommy Lee (m. 1986; div. 1993), Richie Sambora (m. 1994; div. 2007)
Children	1
Native American Ancestry	Lumbee
Golden Globe Nominations	4 (Best Actress – Television Series Drama)
Notable Roles	Amanda Woodward on Melrose Place, Sammy Jo Carrington on Dynasty, Officer Stacy Sheridan on T.J. Hooker, Caitlin Moore on Spin City
Filmography	Firestarter, Money Talks, Looney Tunes: Back in Action, The Perfect Man
Accolades	Named one of People Magazine’s 50 Most Beautiful People (1994, 2001)
TV Productions with Aaron Spelling	Dynasty, T.J. Hooker, Melrose Place, and more
Recent TV Roles	Hot in Cleveland, Franklin & Bash, Melrose Place (updated version), Too Close to Home
Personal Life	Engagements to Tommy Lee, Richie Sambora, Jack Wagner, and Chris Heisser. Battled anxiety and depression.
Legal Issues	Arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence in 2008.

Heather Deen Locklear was born in Los Angeles, California, the daughter of Diane, a production executive, and Bill Locklear, a UCLA administrator and former Colonel in the United States Marine Corps. 

She is an American actress famous for her role as Amanda Woodward on Melrose Place (1993–1999), for which she received four consecutive Golden Globe nominations for Best Actress – Television Series Drama. She is also known for her role as Sammy Jo Carrington on Dynasty from 1981 to 1989, her first major television role, which began a longtime collaboration with producer Aaron Spelling.

27. Sarah Paulson

Sarah Paulson	Information
Full Name	Sarah Catharine Paulson
Birthdate	December 17, 1974
Birthplace	Tampa, Florida, U.S.
Occupation	Actress
Years active	1994–present
Partner	Holland Taylor (2015–present)
Nationality	American
Ethnicity	Native American
Notable Achievements	Primetime Emmy Award winner
Influential List	Named one of Time magazine’s
Television Series	American Horror Story (9 seasons)
Films	What Women Want, Carol, Ocean’s 8,
Theater	The Glass Menagerie, Collected Stories,
Education	Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School
Notable Characters	Marcia Clark, Lana Winters, Cordelia Foxx,

Sarah Paulson is a prominent name that is being sought in the movie capital. Possessing a diverse acting career on all three fronts of stage, film, and television. This female star also has accumulated many nominations and touched many prestigious awards. In addition, the beauty was once on the list of 100 most influential people voted by Time magazine.

After all these years in the arts, the talent of the actress born in 1974 has always kept her style. She always makes people admire her talent, directors, and producers feel secure when assigning roles, and the audience can never criticize her acting. Although Sarah Paulson’s name is mainly associated with the horror thriller genre, she has also appeared in many other films of various genres.

If you’re a fan of Sarah Paulson’s work, you might be interested in checking out our list of the most famous actresses in the world. Sarah has made a name for herself in Hollywood with standout performances in both film and television, and she’s often considered one of the best actresses working today. If you want to learn more about some of the other big names in the industry, this list is a great place to start.

28. Ciara

Ciara	Information
Full Name	Ciara
Born	October 25, 1985
Birthplace	Fort Hood, Texas, U.S.
Education	Riverdale High School
Occupations	Singer, songwriter, businesswoman, dancer, model, actress
Years Active	2003–present
Spouse	Russell Wilson
Children	3
Awards	Grammy Award, BET Awards, Billboard Women in Music Woman of the Year, MTV Video Music Awards, Soul Train Awards, Ascap Music Awards
Musical Career	Origin: Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. Genres: R&B, pop, hip hop, dance, crunk
Notable Albums	Goodies, Ciara: The Evolution, Fantasy Ride, Basic Instinct, Ciara, Jackie, Beauty Marks
Labels	Uptown, Republic, ADA, Beauty Marks/Vydia, Epic, Jive, Zomba, LaFace, Sho’nuff
Acting Career	All You’ve Got, Mama, I Want to Sing!, That’s My Boy, The Game, The Color Purple
Additional Facts	– Ciara rose to prominence with her debut album Goodies, which produced hit singles and was certified triple platinum. – She has a successful career as a singer, songwriter, dancer, model, and actress. – Ciara has received numerous awards, including a Grammy Award and BET Awards. – She is married to Russell Wilson and has three children. – Ciara has sold over 45 million records worldwide. – She has been a brand ambassador for Revlon and has signed record deals with prominent labels. – Ciara’s talent extends to acting, with notable appearances in various films and TV shows. – She continues to be an influential figure in the music industry with a dedicated fanbase.

Ciara was born in the city of Austin – the capital of the state of Texas, USA. However, her hometown is the most populous city and also the capital of the state of Georgia, USA: Atlanta.

Ciara released her debut solo album “Goodies” in 2004 with the hit single of the same name. The album went on to be nominated for four Grammys. Her follow-up album “Ciara the Evolution,” like “Goodies before it, reached no. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. With her love for music and dedication to her songs, she is known as the “Queen of R&B.”

29. Eminem 

Eminem	Information
Full Name	Marshall Bruce Mathers III
Born	October 17, 1972 (age 50)
Other Names	Slim Shady, Evil, M&M, MC Double M
Occupations	Rapper, songwriter, record producer, record executive, actor
Years Active	1988-present
Works	Albums, singles, production, videography
Spouses	Kimberly Anne Scott (m. 1999; div. 2001, m. 2006; div. 2006)
Children	3 (one biological, two adopted)
Awards	Multiple Grammy Awards, Academy Award for Best Original Song, MTV Europe Music Global Icon Award
Musical Career	Origin: Detroit, Michigan, U.S.
Genres	Hip hop
Labels	Shady, Aftermath, Interscope
Member of	Bad Meets Evil, D12
Notable Collaborator	Royce da 5’9″
Film Debut	8 Mile (2002)
Business Ventures	Shady Records, Shade 45 (Sirius XM Radio)
Best-selling Albums	The Marshall Mathers LP, The Eminem Show, Recovery, The Marshall Mathers LP 2, Kamikaze, Music to Be Murdered By
Accolades	15 Grammy Awards, Academy Award, Billboard Artist of the Decade, MTV Europe Music Global Icon Award
Personal Struggles	Substance abuse, hiatus due to prescription drug addiction
Influence	Popularized hip hop in middle America, broke racial barriers for acceptance of Caucasian rappers
Sales	Estimated worldwide sales of over 220 million records
Cultural Impact	Considered one of the greatest rappers of all time, influenced artists across various genres

Eminem is an American rapper, singer, producer, and actor. Eminem quickly shot to fame in 1999 with the brand’s opening album, The Slim Shady LP, which won a Grammy Award for a best rap album. 

Eminem is one of the best-selling rap artists in history, having sold more than 80 million records worldwide. Eminem was named the best artist of the decade by Billboard magazine in the United States in 2009. Eminem is a rapper with a large number of albums all time. He was ranked 82nd in the list of ‘The Immortals’ by Rolling Stone magazine – a magazine specializing in music.

Are you curious about Eminem’s height? Check out this article on Hood MWR to find out. Eminem, also known as Marshall Mathers, has been making music since the 1990s and is considered one of the greatest rappers of all time. Learn more about this legendary artist on our website.

30. Barbara Bach

Full name	Barbara Goldbach
Date of birth	August 27, 1947
Birthplace	New York City, New York, U.S.
Years active	1965 – present
Occupation	Actress, model

Barbara Goldbach was born in the Queens neighborhood of Rosedale in New York City. Barbara Bach is an American actress and model known as the Bond girl/Russian spy Anya Amasova (Agent Triple X) from the 1977 Bond film The Spy Who Loved Me. 

Bach has 28 films to her credit. She was featured in a pictorial in Playboy in January 1981. She also had a cameo in a September 1987 special issue on the Bond girls. She has been married to former Beatle Ringo Starr since 1981. 

31. Jacob Sartorius

Full name	Rolf Jacob Sartorius
Date of birth	October 2, 2002
Birthplace	Tulsa, Oklahoma, U.S.
Years active	2015 – present
Occupation	Singer, Social media personality

Jacob Sartorius was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Shortly after his birth, he was adopted and moved to Virginia because his birth parents could not take care of him. He was raised in Reston, Virginia, by his adoptive parents. At age seven, he began acting in musicals, where he discovered his love for performing. 

Sartorius has been nominated for various awards in his career, including a Teen Choice Award and an iHeart Radio Music Award.

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32. Liv Tyler 

Liv Tyler	Information
Full Name	Liv Tyler
Birthdate	July 1, 1977 (age 46)
Birthplace	New York City, New York, U.S.
Occupations	Actress, producer, singer, model
Years Active	1991–present
Spouse	Royston Langdon
Partner	David Gardner
Children	3
Parents	Bebe Buell (mother), Steven Tyler (biological father), Todd Rundgren (adoptive/legal father)
Relatives	Mia Tyler (paternal half-sister), Jon Foster (brother-in-law), Ben Foster (brother-in-law), Laura Prepon (sister-in-law)
Notable Films	Silent Fall, Heavy, Empire Records, Stealing Beauty, The Lord of the Rings film trilogy, Armageddon, The Incredible Hulk, Ad Astra
Television Series	The Leftovers, Gunpowder, Harlots, 9-1-1: Lone Star
Singing Career	Featured vocalist on The Lemonheads’ album Varshons, released debut single “Need You Tonight”
Philanthropy Work	UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador for the United States since 2003
Brand Endorsements	Givenchy’s line of perfume and cosmetics

Liv Tyler is an American actress, singer, and model. Tyler was born at Mount Sinai Hospital in East Harlem, Manhattan, New York. She is known for his role as Arwen Undomiel in the Lord of the Rings trilogy. She started her modeling career at the age of 14.

After that, she decided to focus on acting and had her film debut in ‘Silent Fall’. She achieved critical recognition with her leading roles in ‘Heavy and Empire Records’.

33. Elisabeth Shue

Full name	Elisabeth Judson Shue
Date of birth	October 6, 1963
Birthplace	Wilmington, Delaware, USA
Years active	1982 – present
Occupation	Actress

Elisabeth Shue is an American actress who tends to be wholly immersed in a role and is versatile. She is an actress who has been around for quite some time and has been in many movies. 

Elisabeth is very famous in Hollywood for her excellent acting skills and not to mention: her gorgeousness. Her films are in various genres, from comedy and horror to romance; she can do it all. The 59-year-old actress is still going strong in the industry and has the right to choose whatever role she wants.

34. Bruce Springsteen 

Bruce Springsteen	Information
Full Name	Bruce Frederick Joseph Springsteen
Born	September 23, 1949
Birthplace	Long Branch, New Jersey, U.S.
Occupations	American singer, songwriter, musician
Nickname	“The Boss”
Musical Career	Released 21 studio albums spanning six decades
Genre	Originator of heartland rock
Notable Albums	– Born to Run – Darkness on the Edge of Town – The River – Born in the U.S.A.
Achievements	– Inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame – 20 Grammy Awards – Academy Award, Golden Globes, and Tony Award recipient – Presidential Medal of Freedom and National Medal of Arts recipient
Best-Selling Artist	Sold over 71 million albums in the U.S. and over 140 million worldwide
E Street Band	Founder and member

Springsteen is an iconic fixture of American music. His style concentrates on his distinctive voice and lyrics, often concerning working-class Americans. His tours, often with the E Street Band, are noted for their energetic performances and often long lengths.

His commercial sales, with famous albums such as Born to Run (1975), Born in the USA (1984), and The Rising (2002), has reached over 135 million sold. Between 1985 and 2010, he won 20 Grammy Awards, an Academy Award, 4 MTV Music Video Awards, and 2 Golden Globe Awards.

35. Stefanie Scott

Stefanie Scott	Information
Full Name	Stefanie Noelle Scott
Birthdate	December 6, 1996 (age 26)
Birthplace	Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
Occupation	Actress, singer
Debut Film	Beethoven’s Big Break (2008)
Debut EP	New Girl in Town (2009)
Notable Film Roles	Flipped (2010) Insidious: Chapter 3 (2015) Jem and the Holograms (2015)
Notable TV Series	A.N.T. Farm (2011-2014) The Girl in the Woods (2021-present)
Voice Role in Animation	Wreck-It Ralph (2012) Special Agent Oso (2009)
Awards	Young Artist Award for Flipped (2010) BTVA Award for Wreck-It Ralph (2012)
Education	Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy, Indialantic, Florida
Philanthropy	Sponsorship of girls through Shoeboxes for Haiti Cookie ambassador with Cookies for Kids Cancer
Latest Film	At First Light (2018)
Latest TV Series	The Girl in the Woods (2021)
Latest Lifetime Movie	Girl In The Basement (2021)
Other Notable Works	Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (TV series, 2013) I.T. (2016)

Stefanie Scott was born in Chicago, Illinois, but she lives and works mainly in Los Angeles, California- United States. Best known for her role in Insidious: Chapter 3 (2015), Scott has also appeared in Flipped (2010) and Jem and the Holograms (2015), as well as other movies and television shows.

She is also a recording artist, having released the pop EP New Girl in Town in 2009 and several singles since then. She has also contributed to some of her films’ soundtracks and appeared in other artists’ music videos.

36. Faith Hill

Full name	Audrey Faith McGraw
Date of birth	September 21, 1967
Birthplace	Ridgeland, Mississippi, U.S.
Years active	1993 – present
Occupation	Singer, actress

Faith Hill was born in Jackson, Mississippi, on September 21, 1967. She is one of the most successful country music artists of all time, having sold more than 40 million records worldwide. Her hit songs include “Breathe” and “Cry”, which won Hill a Grammy Award. 

Not only is she a world-famous country singer with countless prestigious awards, but Faith Hill is also known as a woman with a happy family and a scandal-free life.

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37. Carmen Electra

Full name	Tara Leigh Patrick
Date of birth	April 20, 1972
Birthplace	Sharonville, Ohio, U.S.
Years active	1990 – present
Occupation	Actress, Model, Singer, Media personality

Carmen Electra was born in Sharonville, Ohio, to Harry Patrick, a guitarist and entertainer, and his wife Patricia, a singer. 

She gained fame for her appearances in Playboy magazine, on the MTV game show “Singled Out”, on the TV series “Baywatch”, and dancing with the Pussycat Dolls, and has since had roles in the parody films “Scary Movie”, “Date Movie”, “Epic Movie”, “Meet the Spartans”, and “Disaster Movie”.

38. James Hetfield

Full name	James Alan Hetfield
Date of birth	August 3, 1963
Birthplace	Downey, California, USA
Years active	1978 – present
Occupation	Heavy metal, Thrash metal, Hard rock, Speed metal

James Hetfield was born in Downey, California, the son of Cynthia Bassett, a light opera singer, and Virgil Lee Hetfield, a truck driver. Hetfield is a co-founder, lead singer, rhythm guitarist, primary songwriter, and member of the heavy metal band Metallica. After many years of dedication to Metallica, James Hetfield has made the band one of the monuments of the world metal village in general and thrash metal in particular. 

Now, the music of James and Metallica is always placed in the most solemn position in the hearts of fans and lovers of this powerful music. It may not be necessary to say too much about James’ exceptional musical talent. Composing, playing guitar, writing lyrics, and performing songs. 

39. Robin Wright

Robin Wright	Information
Full Name	Robin Gayle Wright
Birthdate	April 8, 1966
Birthplace	Dallas, Texas, U.S.
Other Names	Robin Wright Penn
Occupation	Actress and Director
Years Active	1983–present
Notable Roles	Kelly Capwell in Santa Barbara
Humanitarian Work	Activist for human rights in the Democratic Republic of Congo

Robin Wright was born in Dallas, Texas, to Gayle (Gaston), a cosmetics saleswoman, and Freddie Wright, a pharmaceutical company employee. Wright grew up in San Diego, California. 

Wright is an American actress and director who rose to fame starring in the soap opera Santa Barbara from 1984 to 1989. Her notable film roles include 1989’s The Princess Bride, 1994’s Forrest Gump, and 2017’s Wonder Woman. She also starred in Netflix’s House of Cards, for which she won a Golden Globe in 2013.

40. Julia Roberts 

Julia Roberts	Information
Full Name	Julia Fiona Roberts
Birthdate	October 28, 1967
Birthplace	Smyrna, Georgia, U.S.
Occupation	Actress
Years Active	1987–present

Julia Roberts (born in 1967) is an American actress and producer. She once shared her childhood dream of being a veterinarian, but fate brought Roberts to acting. The actress rose to fame playing Pretty Woman alongside Richard Gere. The success of the film brought the 23-year-old actress at that time to become an A-list star. Vai

The role of Vivian Ward helped her bring home a Golden Globe Award and an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress. Since then, Julia Roberts has been associated with “Beautiful Woman”. She was considered a beauty icon in the late 80s. Julia Roberts became one of the most famous names, with impressive acting and engaging performances. The actress for a lead role was among the highest in the film industry at that time – 20 million USD.

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41. Jodie Foster

Full name	Alicia Christian Foster
Date of birth	November 19, 1962
Birthplace	Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Years active	1968 – present
Occupation	Actress, Filmmaker

Jodie Foster is a film actress who has been acting since she was a child, with a career from the late 60s to the present day. Projects featuring Jodie are always appreciated both artistically and commercially. There is no shortage of famous female stars in Hollywood, but Jodie Foster is still remembered for her distinctive style. Jodie Foster is among the few actors to win all four major acting awards, in addition to 2 Oscars, 2 Golden Globe Awards, 3 BAFTA Awards, and 1 Motion Picture Actors Guild Award.

Foster was born in Los Angeles, the youngest child of Evelyn Ella “Brandy” and Lucius Fisher Foster III, a wealthy businessman. On her father’s side, she is descended from John Alden, who arrived in North America on the Mayflower in 1620. 

42. Kevin Costner

Full name	Kevin Michael Costner
Date of birth	January 18, 1955
Birthplace	Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Years active	1974 – present
Occupation	Actor, Producer, Film director, Musician

Kevin Costner is a longtime actor whose best-known films include Field of Dreams, The Untouchables, and Bull Durham. He directed, produced, and starred in 1990’s Classic Dances with Wolves, for which he won two Academy Awards for Best Director and Best Picture.

Costner was born in Lynwood, California, and grew up in Compton, California. His father’s heritage originates with German immigrants to North Carolina in the 1700s, and Costner also has English, Irish, Scottish, and Welsh ancestry. 

43. Kristen Stewart

Full name	Kristen Jaymes Stewart
Date of birth	April 9, 1990
Birthplace	Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Years active	1999 – present
Occupation	Actress

Kristen Stewart is an American actress born in 1990 in Los Angeles. She is known as a talented actress, model, beautiful, and loved by many people. The actress’s opening film was The Safety of Objects, then Kristen made an impression on the audience with the role of Sarah Altman in Panic Room. However, at this time, she was not widely known until she took on the main role of Bella in the hit movie series Twilight, then Kristen’s reputation was fully noticed by the public. 

She has acted in the following films: Panic Room (2002), Speak (2004), Into the Wild (2007), The Messengers (2007), Adventure Land (2009), The Runaways (2010), Snow White and the Huntsman (2012), etc.

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44. Tobey Maguire

Tobey Maguire	Information
Full Name	Tobias Vincent Maguire
Birthdate	June 27, 1975
Birthplace	Santa Monica, California, U.S.
Occupations	Actor, Film producer
Years Active	1989–present
Notable Works	Spider-Man trilogy, Pleasantville, Ride with the Devil, The Cider House Rules, Wonder Boys, Seabiscuit, The Great Gatsby, Pawn Sacrifice, Spider-Man: No Way Home
Golden Globe Nomination	Best Actor in a Motion Picture Drama for Brothers
Production Company	Material Pictures (established in 2012)
Education	General Educational Development (GED)
Early Career	The Wizard, This Boy’s Life, The Ice Storm, Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas
Friendship with Leonardo DiCaprio	Collaborated and supported each other in auditions and projects
Recovery and Sobriety	Overcame a drinking problem and has been sober since age 19
Personal Life	Married to Jennifer Meyer (2007-2016), two children
Dietary Choices	Vegetarian since 1992, became vegan in 2009

Tobey Maguire is an American actor famous for playing Spider-Man in three films of the same name directed by Sam Raimi, released from 2002 to 2007. By 2021, he will return to the role of a lifetime through the blockbuster Spider. Man: No Way Home.

In addition to being an actor, Tobey is also known as the president of the film production company Material Picture. Although currently no longer active, the actor still receives much love from the audience to this day.

45. Katy Perry

Full name	Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson
Date of birth	October 25, 1984
Birthplace	Santa Barbara, California, U.S.
Years active	2001 – present
Occupation	Singer, Songwriter

Katy Perry (Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson) is an American singer and songwriter. After twenty years of activity, she has sold more than one hundred million singles worldwide, making her the highest-selling artist of all time. Katy Perry is famous for her unique bass voice, which many people love. Perry is recognized for her influence on 2010s pop music influences and styles. 

Regarding Katy Perry’s massive musical fortune, albums like Prism, Witness, and Smile cannot be ignored. Not to mention Teenage Dream, which has five number-one songs on the Billboard Hot 100.

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46. Drew Barrymore

Full name	Drew Blythe Barrymore
Date of birth	February 22, 1975
Birthplace	Culver City, California, U.S.
Years active	1977 – present
Occupation	Actress, Director, Producer, Actor

Drew Barrymore came from an artistic family when her grandfather was a famous actor – talented filmmaker John Barrymore, and his grandfather was Manrice Costello famous for silent films. And yet, her father is actor John Drew Barrymore, and her mother is actress Jaid Barymore. It is not difficult to understand when she soon showed her acting talent from a young age, was exposed to the camera and had the opportunity to appear in commercials.

She went on to star in a number of high-profile films, including the Charlie’s Angles film reboots, opposite Lucy Liu, and Cameron Diaz, which she also produced. Barrymore has been critically acclaimed for a number of her roles; in 2009, she won a Best Actress Golden Globe award for the TV “Grey Gardens”. In 2020 she debuted her syndicated talk show “The Drew Barrymore Show” .

47. Carrie Underwood 

47 Carrie Underwood	Information
Full Name	Carrie Marie Underwood
Birthdate	March 10, 1983 (age 40)
Birthplace	Muskogee, Oklahoma, U.S.
Alma Mater	Northeastern State University (BA)
Occupation	Singer, Songwriter
Years Active	2005–present
Spouse	Mike Fisher (m. 2010)
Children	2
Awards	Grammy Awards: 8 Billboard Music Awards: 12 American Music Awards: 17 Guinness World Records: 5
Musical Career	Genres: Country, Country Pop, Country Rock, Gospel
Instruments	Vocals
Labels	Arista Nashville, Capitol Nashville
Record Sales	85 million records worldwide
Billboard Achievements	Most number-one entries on the Billboard Country Airplay chart
Accolades	Hollywood Walk of Fame Inductee
Fashion and Writing	CALIA by Carrie fitness clothing line (2015)
Early Life and Education	Raised on a farm in Checotah, Oklahoma
American Idol Win	Winner of American Idol Season 4
Some Hearts Album	Best-selling solo female debut album in country music history
Chart-Topping Singles	“Jesus, Take the Wheel” “Before He Cheats” “Wasted” “Cowboy Casanova” “Blown Away”
Recent Albums	“My Gift” (2020) – Christmas project
Music Industry Impact	Tenth highest-certified female artist and highest-certified female country artist of all time on RIAA’s Top Artists

Carrie Underwood emerged after winning the 2005 American Idol contest. With her high-pitched, strong voice and friendly and lovely face, Carrie Underwood quickly won the attention of music-loving audiences. 

Not only won the title of American Idol 2005, but Carrie Underwood also won 4 times the Grammy Awards – an award that any artist dreams of achieving. In addition, Carrie Underwood is also known as a musician.

48. Elijah Wood

Full name	Elijah Jordan Wood
Date of birth	January 28, 1981
Birthplace	Cedar Rapids, Iowa, U.S.
Years active	1989 – present
Occupation	Actor, Producer

Elijah Jordan Wood (born January 28, 1981) is an American actor and producer. He is best known for his portrayal of Frodo Baggins in the Lord of the Rings film trilogy and The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012). 

The success of the role of Frodo Baggins not only brought glory and huge revenue to “Lord of the Rings” and transformed Elijah from an unnamed actor into a “goose that lays golden eggs”. Hollywood movie studios.

Elijah Wood’s charming gap teeth became his trademark. He is one of the 50 celebrities who embrace their gap teeth and has made it stylish to have unique features. He has been sporting his gap teeth from the beginning of his career and has embraced it as his identity.

49. Kaley Cuoco

Full name	Kaley Christine Cuoco
Date of birth	November 30, 1985
Birthplace	Camarillo, California, U.S.
Years active	1992 – present
Occupation	Actress

Kaley Cuoco is an actress loved by millions of American audiences through the long-running series The Big Bang Theory, and her name is honored on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. With this cult role, she earned an impressive salary – $ 1 million per episode.

Kaley Cuoco’s name is consistently among the highest-earning television actresses. Fans loved Cuoco when they unanimously voted her as one of the most favorite TV comedians at the People’s Choice Awards in 2014 and 2015.

50. Aaron Paul

Full name	Aaron Paul Sturtevant
Date of birth	August 27, 1979
Birthplace	Emmett, Idaho, U.S.
Years active	1998 – present
Occupation	Actor, Producer

Aaron Paul was born in Emmett, Idaho, the youngest of four children born to Darla and Baptist minister Robert Sturtevant. 

Paul became prominent for his role as Jesse Pinkman in “Breaking Bad” (2008-13). He won several awards for this role, including three Emmy Awards. Since his breakthrough, he has appeared in numerous films, such as “Need for Speed” (2014), and has appeared in the Hulu series “The Path” since 2014.

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